While the version of 2 was reported 'locked' until today, the official release date, the version of the game distributed digitally via isn't actually playable yet.

According to word in from the PC download platform, users can order and begin the loading of the new now - but it won't be unlocked (playable) until Thursday.

No one is quite clear why this is the case, given that the game is now available for the PS3, and of course the PC (in boxed form), but presumably are attempting to push people towards the versions of the game.

More Modern Warfare news very soon.

By Luke Guttridge